Quality Assurance Technologist

The Sterling Choice; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a QA Technologist in the food industry, where you'll ensure quality standards are met across all processes. This role involves monitoring products, conducting quality checks, and maintaining documentation for traceability. You'll play a key role in internal audits and support compliance with industry standards like BRC and HACCP. Work in a supportive team environment and contribute to well-known product ranges. If you're passionate about quality assurance and looking for a dynamic role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance within the food industry is essential.
• Knowledge of BRC, CLAS, HACCP standards is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage non-conforming products through quality checks.
• Participate in internal audits and assist with external audit readiness.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis and manage microbiological data.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Food Safety Standards

Documentation Management

Internal Audits

Customer Complaint Resolution

Job description

Full Job Description

QA Technologist - Food Industry Experience ESSENTIAL

Location: Manchester

*Sorry, no sponsorship available. No PSW candidates can be considered.*

As a QA Technologist, you’ll work closely with the QA Supervisor and QA Technician to ensure that all products meet both company and customer quality standards across raw materials, manufacturing, and packaging processes. You'll play a critical role in maintaining compliance with industry standards such as BRC, CLAS, HACCP, and customer-specific codes of practice.

There is no such thing as an atypical day in the food industry, but this role will see you responsible for:

1. Monitor and manage non-conforming product via ‘on hold’ procedures.
2. Perform quality checks on raw materials, packaging, and finished products.
3. Maintain documentation for traceability and quality control.
4. Participate in internal audits and support external audit readiness.
5. Assist in investigating customer complaints and implementing corrective actions.
6. Support technicians on shift and assist with team briefings and CCP training.
7. Generate Certificates of Analysis and manage environmental microbiological data.

You'll be working in a supportive team, a forward-thinking business, and with some well-known product ranges.

If you are open to a conversation about this role or anything else we might be recruiting for, please get in touch.